Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Resolution
HR 5970: JOINT RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY AND PROVIDE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE CREATION OF A STATEWIDE WHOLE-HOME REPAIRS PROGRAM
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HR 5970 is a resolution introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 28, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: JOINT RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY AND PROVIDE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE CREATION OF A STATEWIDE WHOLE-HOME REPAIRS PROGRAM. Primary sponsor: Terri Cortvriend (Democratic), Kathleen Fogarty (Democratic), Brandon Potter (Democratic), June Speakman (Democratic), Casimiro, Jennifer Stewart (Democratic), Arthur Handy (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 20, 2025): 03/20/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Creates 12-member commission to study and provide recommendations for the creation of a statewide whole-home repairs program, and who would report back to the General Assembly by January 5, 2026, and would expire on March 5, 2026.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 6
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Terri Cortvriend | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 72 |
| Kathleen Fogarty | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 35 |
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| June Speakman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 68 |
| Casimiro | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Jennifer Stewart | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 59 |
| Arthur Handy | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 18 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 03/20/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/14/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/20/2025)
- 02/28/2025 Introduced, referred to House Municipal Government & Housing